Royal Palm Ranger Guided Tours

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Wade through the River of Grass into the shadows of a "gator hole" or a cypress dome on a slough slog/wet hike.

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Royal Palm and surrounding areas offer many exciting ranger guided tours! These programs can vary greatly by season, and are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the case of inclement weather.

Check our program calendar to see scheduled programs for the Royal Palm area. You can also check the current status of programs by calling the main park line at (305) 242-7700.

 

Program Descriptions

Below are the summaries of all ranger-led programs available in Royal Palm and other areas nearby. ** Available programs for Royal Palm will be updated on a monthly basis.**

**Programs not offered regularly/daily, please check program calendar**

Programs

Anhinga Amble- 10:00 AM

Interested in seeing wildlife? Take a stroll with a ranger and explore the renowned Anhinga Trail where alligators, wading birds and other wildlife are easily spotted! Meet at the Royal Palm benches. Offered Sat & Sun. Check program calendar or with information desk at 305-242-7700 for specific dates. Wheelchair accessible. 0.7 miles, 1 hour.

Nike Missile Site Tour- 2:00 PM

Step into the Cold War for a tour of the historic Nike Missile Site, HM69. See an actual missile and many of the original support buildings. Guided tours begin at the Daniel Beard Center and are conducted on weekends throughout May. Offered Sat & Sun. Check program calendar or with information desk at 305-242-7700 for specific dates. Wheelchair accessible. 1 hour 30 minutes.

Nike Missile Open House- 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM

Everglades National Park houses one of the best preserved relics of the Cold War in Florida, a historic Nike Hercules missile site called "Alpha Battery" or "HM69". Step into the Cold War for a volunteer-run open house of the historic Nike Missile Site, HM69. See an actual missile and many of the original support buildings. Open House is 4 hours, where the site is available for you to explore. Accessible. Offered Fri, Sat, Sun. Check program calendar or with information desk at 305-242-7700 for specific dates. Wheelchair accessible.

Directions to Royal Palm

 
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Everglades Institute Tours

Everglades Institute is a non-profit partner providing in-depth educational and adventurous tours.

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Calendar

Use the calendar below to find information about the park's ranger-led programs, events and more!

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Guided Tours

Rangers are not the only naturalists that lead groups in the park. Check out the tour options offered by park partners and concessions.

 

Last updated: November 26, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, FL 33034-6733

Phone:

305 242-7700

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